Charity number: 1084586
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE
TRUSTEES' REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE
| CONTENTS | |
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| Page | |
| Reference and Administrative Details of the Charity, its Trustees and Advisers | 1 |
| Trustees' Report | 2 - 9 |
| Independent Auditors' Report on the Financial Statements | 10 - 13 |
| Statement of Financial Activities | 14 |
| Balance Sheet | 15 |
| Statement of Cash Flows | 16 |
| Notes to the Financial Statements | 17 - 38 |
REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE
REFERENCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DETAILS OF THE CHARITY, ITS TRUSTEES AND ADVISERS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
| Trustees | Mrs Abimbola Odufisan, Trustee |
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| Dr Adebisi Akinde, Chairman | |
| Mr Stephen Bello, Trustee | |
| Charity registered number 1084586 Principal office 5 Congreve Street Off Old Kent Road London SE17 1TJ Chief executive officer Mr Adeleke Sanusi Independent auditors Accendo Consulting Limited Chartered Certified Accountants and Statutory Auditors 160 City Road London EC1V 2NX Bankers Barclays Bank Plc 93 Barclays Bank Plc London SE13 6BB |
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REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE
TRUSTEES' REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
The Trustees present their annual report together with the audited financial statements of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) - Victory House for the 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2022. The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Charities SORP (FRS 102) - Accounting and Reporting by Charities: Statement of Recommended Practice applicable to charities preparing their accounts in accordance with the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) (effective October 2019), the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
Objectives and activities
a. Policies and objectives
In setting objectives and planning for activities, the Trustees have given due consideration to general guidance published by the Charity Commission relating to public benefit, including the guidance 'Public benefit: running a charity (PB2)'.
b. Strategies for achieving objectives
The year 2022 began on a high note, with the Charity building upon the momentum established in 2021. Throughout the year, the Charity continued to develop strategies aimed at encouraging members, who had grown accustomed to online services, to return to in-person worship. This concerted effort has been successful, and the church has now fully regained its pre-pandemic attendance levels, marking a significant milestone in its journey toward community and spiritual reconnection. The dedication to fostering a welcoming and vibrant physical space for worship has truly paid off, reinvigorating the congregation and reinforcing the church's commitment to its mission.
c. Activities undertaken to achieve objectives
The church's annual programs have continued with great success. Events like the Healing and Deliverance Conference, Prayer Revival Conference, and Breakthrough Conference have been instrumental in developing effective leaders within the congregation, empowering them to positively influence their families and local communities. Remarkably, numerous testimonies of transformation in various aspects of life have been shared, and these achievements are being carefully documented in many of the church's publications. In addition to our regular activities as outlined above, are other activities summarised below providing examples of some of the activities the church undertook in the year 2022.
d. Volunteers
The charity is grateful for the unstinting efforts of its volunteers who are involved in service provision, charity shops and fundraising. The management actively works to ensure that best value is derived from the sterling efforts of our volunteers.
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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
Objectives and activities (continued)
e. Main activities undertaken to further the Charity's purposes for the public benefit
The church continues to develop a strong family life via a hybrid services and engaged with members of the community. And to this end, various programmes such as women's and men's conferences were organised during this year to keep addressing issues of parenting, childbearing, childcare and child education as well as career development among our men and women.
After a prolonged suspension due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are pleased to announce that our hospital and prison ministries have fully resumed. These vital services, which provide spiritual support and hope to those in some of the most challenging circumstances, are once again active. The charity has worked tirelessly to reestablish these ministries, and the impact is already evident. Our dedicated volunteers are back, offering comfort, counseling, and a compassionate presence to those in need. The resumption of these ministries is a testament to our commitment to serve and uplift communities, demonstrating the charity's ongoing and significant impact.
Achievements and performance
a. Main achievements of the Charity
The church continues to develop a strong family life via hybrid services and engaged with members of the community. And to this end, various programmes such as women's and men's conferences were organised online during this year to keep addressing issues of parenting, childbearing, childcare and child education as well as career development among our men and women.
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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
Achievements and performance (continued)
b. Review of activities
Within our local community, we continue to provide supports to the elderly by offering basic provisions on a monthly basis, social and recreational services such as Christmas carol services and Christmas hampers.
Also, regular health awareness and fitness programmes continues to be provided by our health volunteers for the benefit of our members and that of the community at large
Our OFSTED-approved children's centre has quickly become a cornerstone of the community, growing by leaps and bounds in both size and reputation. Since its inception, the centre has attracted a diverse group of children from the surrounding area, all eager to be part of the vibrant and nurturing environment we offer.
The centre's continuous growth is a testament to the trust parents and guardians place in our ability to provide high-quality care and education. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive space where every child can thrive. We offer a wide range of activities that cater to various interests and developmental stages, ensuring that each child feels engaged and valued.
One of the key factors behind our success is our commitment to fostering a sense of community. We encourage children to build friendships, develop social skills, and learn the importance of teamwork through group activities and collaborative projects. Our programmes are designed not just to educate, but to inspire creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
As we continue to expand, we remain focused on maintaining the high standards that earned us OFSTED's approval. We are constantly seeking new ways to enhance our offerings, from upgrading our facilities to introducing innovative educational programmes. The centre's growth is not just measured in numbers, but in the positive impact we have on the lives of the children and families we serve.
We are proud to be a part of this community and are committed to continuing our mission of providing exceptional care and education. The future is bright for our children's centre, and we look forward to welcoming even more children to join us on this exciting journey.
c. Trustees holding title to charity's properties
The trustees listed on reference and administrative details page hold title to charity's properties.
Financial review
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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
a. Going concern
The trustees assess whether the use of going concern is appropriate, i.e. whether there are any material uncertainties that may cast doubt on the ability of the charity to continue as a going concern. The trustees make this assessment in respect of a period of one year from the date of approval of financial statements.
The trustees are working on a plan to cut cost and increase charity’s income. The charity has no reason to believe that the freewill donations being received through the members will stop or reduce, and it also believes that the membership base will continue to increase as we now run hybrid services. In addition to the physical services being held in the physical church building, we continued with the online services, which are run simultaneously, and members kept giving as usual even via online. It is therefore considered appropriate to prepare the accounts on a going concern basis.
After making appropriate enquiries, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for atleast 12 months from the date of approval of the financial statements. For this reason the charity continues to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
b. Reserves policy
This year was much better as compared to the previous year (2021) because of the slight pick up in the economy of the country, although the charity is still gradually coming out of the effect the COVID-19 pandemic had on the charity operations in the previous two years. Despite this, one could see that the church was doing well in terms of her income drive and reduction in expenditure.
Income & Fundraising
Our total income at £1m was 15% higher than the previous year. We seek to diversify as much as possible in the coming years from the charity's principal source of funding which continues to be the individuals who attend services and make contributions in the form of free will offerings, tithes and other donations.
As at 31 December 2022, the level of reserves available for the Charity's use (i.e. unrestricted funds) was £1.19m (2021: £1.12m).
Expenditure
Our expenditure on charitable activities was £938k compared to the previous year expenditure of £843k. The breakdown of charitable activities is set out in notes to the accounts.
Reserves
There has been no change in our policy, which is, to hold reserves equivalent to three months operating expenditures which currently equates to £234k. The trustees strive to maintain at least three months of reserves in order to ensure on going delivery of its charitable objects during an unforeseen downturn in income.
c. Principal risks and uncertainties
The economic and political climate of the environment in which the Charity operates together with the rising interest rate and cost of living, have had an impact on the Charity. We have noticed in the last couple of years a decline in the membership strength of the Charity which in turn translated into a decline in income in previous years.
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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
d. Risk management
The Trustees have conducted a review of the major risks to which the Charity is exposed. A risk register has been established which identifies the major risks by area of activity, the nature of those risks, the likelihood of the risks happening and the measure taken to manage them. The Trustees review the risk register regularly at their meetings and are satisfied that systems are in place to manage the risks that have been identified. In particular, insurance cover is in place and the finances of the Charity are kept under review. Appropriate Disclosure & Barring Services checks (DBS), supported by regularly reviewed policies are conducted for all those who work with children or other vulnerable groups within the Charity.
Internal control risks are minimised by the implementation of procedures and authorisation of all transactions and projects. Procedures are in place to ensure compliance with health and safety of members of staff, volunteers, clients and visitors to the Charity.
Structure, governance and management
a. Constitution
Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) - Victory House is a registered charity, number 1084586, and is constituted under a Trust deed.
The principal objectives of the Charity are:
a) The furtherance of Christianity and the Christian education
b) Provision of suitable atmosphere where the Christian principles can be taught and developed with our community.
c) The relief of poverty.
There have been no changes in the objectives since the last annual report.
b. Methods of appointment or election of Trustees
The management of the Charity is the responsibility of the Trustees who are elected and co-opted under the terms of the Trust deed. The trustees listed on page 1 hold titles as trustees to properties belonging to the Charity.
c. Organisational structure and decision-making policies
The Charity is controlled by its governing document, a deed of trust and constitutes an unincorporated Charity. Decisions are determined by a simple majority vote by the trustees, the trustees set the strategic direction of the charity and authority has been delegated to the Pastoral Board and Management team for the day to day running of the operations of the Charity.
The Charity is a parish of the Redeemed Christian Church of God - a network comprised of churches all over the world. There is an agreement for common purposes entered into by the Charity with the Redeemed Christian Church of God which documents this relationship.
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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
Structure, governance and management (continued)
d. Policies adopted for the induction and training of Trustees
New trustees are selected on the basis of the contribution that they will make to the governance of the organisation and the skills that they will contribute. They are provided with copies of the Charity Commission's guidance to trustees and are given an introduction to the activities of the Charity by the existing board. Existing trustees are provided with training as and when required.
e. Pay policy for key management personnel
The need to attract and retain people with the leadership, experience, knowledge and skills required to lead the charity. Having a competitive reward offering is one of the many ways in which we secure the very best people to deliver the service to our members and community. The Board of Trustees is responsible for deciding on the salaries of the Chief Executive and his management team.
f. Financial risk management
The Trustees have assessed the major risks to which the Charity is exposed, in particular those related to the operations and finances of the Charity, and are satisfied that systems and procedures are in place to mitigate exposure to the major risks.
g. Trustees' indemnities
During the year the Charity had in force an indemnity provision in favour of its trustees against liability in respect of proceedings brought by third parties.
h. Principal activities
The principal activities of the church are:
Christian worship, Christian outreach programmes to increase Christian awareness and to spread the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ and the development of the whole man, spiritually, mentally and physically.
In determining how best to pursue these objects the trustees have had regards to the Charity Commission's guidance on public benefit.
The charity's principal funding source continues to be the individuals who attend services and make contributions in the form of freewill offerings, tithes and other donations.
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TRUSTEES' REPORT (CONTINUED) FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
Plans for future periods
The charity is dedicated to creating a safe, welcoming, and purpose-driven environment for young adults through our church community. With the alarming resurgence of violence, including stabbings and killings affecting this age group, we recognise the urgent need to offer a positive alternative. Our church seeks to attract young adults away from the streets by providing them with a space where they can find belonging, support, and spiritual growth.
Every Sunday afternoon, over four hundred young adults gather to worship God and connect with each other. In addition to their Sunday services, they meet twice during the week to continue building these relationships, offering guidance, mentorship, and opportunities for personal development.
Our focus is on creating a church experience that resonates with young adults - effective in its outreach, friendly in its approach, and deeply focused on addressing the real challenges they face. Through engaging worship, relevant teachings, and a strong sense of community, we aim to inspire young adults to live purposefully, make positive choices, and become leaders who contribute to the betterment of society.
The Charity continues to explore ways of furthering it's charitable objectives in an effective manner by ensuring there is awareness of its services and proactively seeking opportunities to be more involved in the community. The Charity seeks to provide services and activities that meet the needs of people and contribute to a positive change in the moral and spiritual climate of the local Borough, that reflects its Christian ethos and beliefs.
Grant making policies
Under the “Agreement for Common Purposes”, the Charity has agreed to make regular contributions to the Central Office Funds (COF) and the World Evangelism Mission (WEM) through RCCG Central Office UK. We continued to support Africa Missions, which is an aid relief agency for underprivileged people and communities, mainly in Africa. We also continued actively and strongly to support other missionary organisations, such as Compassion UK, African Child Trust, ORMOND Children Hospital in London, Festival of Life, Good Women Fellowship, and Annual Conventions held at the RCCG World Headquarters. We continue to prayerfully search for other areas where we can be of assistance and hence come in partnership and throw our support to meeting needs. This will continue to be part of our objectives and goals going forward in the coming year.
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REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD IRCCGI.VICTORY HOUSE TRUSTEES. REPORT {CONTINUEDI FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022 Statement of Trustees. r•sponslblllllg9 The Trustees are responslble for preparing Ihe Trustees. Report and the financial ststemenls in accordance with appllcablè law and Unitéd Kingdorn Accounting Stsndards (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounling Practical. The law applicable lo charities in England & Wales reqwres the Trustees to Prepare financial slatemenls for each finanrAal which give a true and fair vrew of the state of affairs of the Charity an(J of ils incoming resources and application ol resources, including ils income and expendllu. for Ihal period. In preparing these financial slalomenls, the Tmsleès are requlred lo.. select suiiable accounting policies and Ihen apply them consistenlly., ob5eNe the methods and principles of Ihe Charities SORP IFRS 1021- make judgments and accounling èstlmates thal ar& reasonable and prudent: slate whether applicable UK Accounting Slandards {FRS 1021 have been lollowed. subkct io any material deparlures disclosed and explained in the financial slalements., prepare the financial slalemenls on the going con¢em basis unless il Is InappfOPIi8t? lo presume that the Ch8flly wll continu8 In business. The Truslees are responsible for keeping adequale accountln9 records that arè sulfici6nl lo show and explabn the Charivs transactions and disdose with reasonable accuracy 01 any limp ihe financial position ol the Charily and enable Ihem lo ensure Ihal the financial stalemenls comply wth Ihe Charities Acl 2011. the CharÉly (Accounts and Reportsl Regulations 2008 and Ihe provisions ol the Trust deed. They are also responsible for safeguarding Ihe assets of Ihe Charity and hence for laklng reasonable slep$ for the prevention and detecllon of fraud and other irtegulaTities. Disclosure o informatbon to audltors Each of Ihe TsOnS who are Twsl&e$ 81 the Ilmfr when this Trusle&s' Rgport is approved has confirmed that: so far as that Trustee is aware. there is no Televanl audit infom)ation of which Ihe charilys audilors are unaware. and that TrustÈè has takèn all the step5 that ought to have been taken as a Trustee in order to be aware of any relevant audit inforrnalion and lo establish thal the charitys auditors are aware of that information. Auditors The #udilors, Aecendo Consulllng Limlled, have Sndlcaled Ihelr wlllingness ¢0 continue In office. Th8 designated Trustees WUI wopose a rnotion reappoinling the audilots al 8 meeting of the Truslees. Approved by order of the members of the board ol Tnjstees and signed on their behalf by.. Mr Stephen •llo, Trusteè D&l¥: ioiql Page 9
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE
Opinion
We have audited the financial statements of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) - Victory House (the 'charity') for the year ended 31 December 2022 which comprise the Statement of Financial Activities, the Balance Sheet, the Statement of Cash Flows and the related notes, including a summary of significant accounting policies. The financial reporting framework that has been applied in their preparation is applicable law and United Kingdom Accounting Standards, including Financial Reporting Standard 102 'The Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the UK and Republic of Ireland' (United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice).
In our opinion the financial statements:
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give a true and fair view of the state of the charity's affairs as at 31 December 2022 and of its incoming resources and application of resources for the year then ended;
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have been properly prepared in accordance with United Kingdom Generally Accepted Accounting Practice; and
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have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Charities Act 2011.
Basis for opinion
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK) (ISAs (UK)) and applicable law. Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements section of our report. We are independent of the charity in accordance with the ethical requirements that are relevant to our audit of the financial statements in the United Kingdom, including the Financial Reporting Council's Ethical Standard, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Material uncertainty related to going concern
We draw attention to note 2.2 in the financial statements, which indicates that the charity's ability to continue as a going concern is subject to material uncertainty. The charity's primary source of income is donations, which have decreased over the recent years, although it has increased in current year. Additionally, the charity's mortgage loan carries a variable interest rate, which is calculated at 1.75% plus the floating rate. The Bank of England base rate has surged from 0.1% in November 2021 to 5% now which has increased monthly instalments. As stated in note 2.2, these events or conditions, along with the other matters as set forth in the note 2.2, present a significant additional financial burden for the charity, particularly in terms of increased monthly mortgage repayment obligations. As a result, these conditions indicate that a material uncertainty exists that may cast significant doubt on the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Our opinion is not modified in respect of this matter.
In auditing the financial statements, we have concluded that the Trustees' use of the going concern basis of accounting in the preparation of the financial statements is appropriate.
Our responsibilities and the responsibilities of the Trustees with respect to going concern are described in the relevant sections of this report.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE (CONTINUED)
Other information
The other information comprises the information included in the Annual Report other than the financial statements and our Auditors' Report thereon. The Trustees are responsible for the other information contained within the Annual Report. Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information and, except to the extent otherwise explicitly stated in our report, we do not express any form of assurance conclusion thereon. Our responsibility is to read the other information and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the course of the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. If we identify such material inconsistencies or apparent material misstatements, we are required to determine whether this gives rise to a material misstatement in the financial statements themselves. If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of this other information, we are required to report that fact.
We have nothing to report in this regard.
Matters on which we are required to report by exception
We have nothing to report in respect of the following matters where the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008 requires us to report to you if, in our opinion:
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the information given in the Trustees' Report is inconsistent in any material respect with the financial statements; or
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sufficient accounting records have not been kept; or
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the financial statements are not in agreement with the accounting records and returns; or
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we have not received all the information and explanations we require for our audit.
Responsibilities of trustees
As explained more fully in the Trustees' Responsibilities Statement, the Trustees are responsible for the preparation of the financial statements which give a true and fair view, and for such internal control as the Trustees determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, the Trustees are responsible for assessing the charity's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting unless the Trustees either intend to liquidate the charity or to cease operations, or have no realistic alternative but to do so.
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE (CONTINUED)
Auditors' responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements
We have been appointed as auditor under section 144 of the Charities Act 2011 and report in accordance with the Act and relevant regulations made or having effect thereunder.
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an Auditors' Report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with ISAs (UK) will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.
Irregularities, including fraud, are instances of non-compliance with laws and regulations. We design procedures in line with our responsibilities, outlined above, to detect material misstatements in respect of irregularities, including fraud. The extent to which our procedures are capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud is detailed below:
Extent to which the audit was considered capable of detecting irregularities, including fraud:
We identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and then design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, including obtaining audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.
Identifying and assessing potential risks related to irregularities:
In identifying and assessing risks of material misstatement in respect of irregularities, including fraud and noncompliance with laws and regulations, we considered the following:
The nature of the industry and sector, control environment and business performance including the design of the entity’s remuneration policies, results of our enquiries of management about their own identification and assessment of the risks of irregularities and any matters we identified having reviewed the entity’s policies and procedures; the matters discussed among the audit engagement team regarding how and where fraud might occur in the financial statements and any potential indicators of fraud.
As a result of these procedures, we considered the opportunities and incentives that may exist within the organisation for fraud and identified the greatest potential for fraud in relation to revenue recognition. In common with all audits under ISAs (UK), we are also required to perform specific procedures to respond to the risk of management override.
We also obtained an understanding of the legal and regulatory frameworks that the entity operates in and focused on those laws and regulations that had a direct effect on the determination of material amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The key laws and regulations we considered in this context included the Charities Act 2011.
Audit response to risks identified:
As a result of performing the above, we identified revenue recognition as key audit matter related to the potential risk of fraud. Our procedures to respond to risks identified included the following:
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reviewing the financial statement disclosures and testing to supporting documentation to assess compliance with provisions of relevant laws and regulations described as having a direct effect on the financial statements;
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enquiring of management, concerning actual and potential litigation and claims;
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE (CONTINUED)
- performing analytical procedures to identify any unusual or unexpected relationships that may indicate risks of material misstatement due to fraud.
We also communicated relevant identified laws and regulations and potential fraud risks to all engagement team members and remained alert to any indications of fraud or noncompliance with laws and regulations throughout the audit.
Because of the inherent limitations of an audit, there is a risk that we will not detect all irregularities, including those leading to a material misstatement in the financial statements or non-compliance with regulation. This risk increases the more that compliance with a law or regulation is removed from the events and transactions reflected in the financial statements, as we will be less likely to become aware of instances of non-compliance. The risk is also greater regarding irregularities occurring due to fraud rather than error, as fraud involves intentional concealment, forgery, collusion, omission or misrepresentation.
A further description of our responsibilities for the audit of the financial statements is located on the Financial Reporting Council's website at: www.frc.org.uk/auditorsresponsibilities. This description forms part of our Auditors' Report.
Use of our report
This report is made solely to the charity's trustees, as a body, in accordance with Part 4 of the Charities (Accounts and Reports) Regulations 2008. Our audit work has been undertaken so that we might state to the charity's trustees those matters we are required to state to them in an Auditors' Report and for no other purpose. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we do not accept or assume responsibility to anyone other than the charity and its trustees, as a body, for our audit work, for this report, or for the opinions we have formed.
Accendo Consulting Limited
Accendo Consulting Limited Chartered Certified Accountants and Statutory Auditors
Date: 10 September 2024
Accendo Consulting Limited are eligible to act as auditors in terms of section 1212 of the Companies Act 2006.
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STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
| Note Income from: Donations and legacies 4 Investments 5 Other income 6 Total income Expenditure on: Raising funds 7 Charitable activities 8 Total expenditure Net movement in funds Reconciliation of funds: Total funds brought forward Net movement in funds Total funds carried forward |
Restricted funds 2022 £ 45,491 - - 45,491 - 50,616 50,616 (5,125) 283,241 (5,125) 278,116 |
Unrestricted funds 2022 £ 956,838 51 - 956,889 16,800 870,648 887,448 69,441 1,122,536 69,441 1,191,977 |
Total funds 2022 £ 1,002,329 51 - 1,002,380 16,800 921,264 938,064 64,316 1,405,777 64,316 1,470,093 |
Total funds 2021 £ 868,802 14 6,257 |
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| 875,073 | ||||
| 23,555 819,178 |
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| 842,733 | ||||
| 32,340 | ||||
| 1,373,437 32,340 |
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| 1,405,777 |
The Statement of Financial Activities includes all gains and losses recognised in the year.
The notes on pages 17 to 38 form part of these financial statements.
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REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG). VICTORY HOUSE BALANCE SHEET S AT 31 DECEMBER 2022 2022 2021 Note Fixed ag89ts Tangible assets 13 3,849,199 3,919,930 3,849,199 3,919,930 Current a88ets Debtors Cash at bank and in hand 14 13.235 11&079 42,962 100.5fA) 131,314 143.522 Creditors- amounts falliThJ due Iwlhin one year 15 1240.721) (190.225) Net ¢uffent labllltles (109,40n (46,703) Total assets rrent Ilabllttlas 3,739.792 3,873,227 Creditors: amounts falling due aftw more than one ar Provislons for Ilabllll&s 16 (2262.746) 16.9531 {2.46Q,497) (6.953) Met assgts oxcludbng pengion assot 1,470.093 1.405,777 Total not assets 1NTO,093 1,405, T77 Charlty funds Reslrlcted funds Unrestricted funds 19 278,116 1,191,9 283,241 1, 122,536 19 Total fund8 1,470,093 f,405, 777 Th8 flnandal statements were approved and authorlsed for IS by the Trustees and 5tgned on their behalf ty. Mr Stephen B9110 Trustee Date: rftsiql %* The notes on pages 17 to 38 fomi part ofthose fmanual slatements. Paga15
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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
| Cash flows from operating activities Net cash used in operating activities Cash flows from investing activities Purchase of tangible fixed assets Net cash used in investing activities Cash flows from financing activities New loan / Repayments of borrowing Repayments of HP / finance leases Net cash used in financing activities Change in cash and cash equivalents in the year Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the year |
2022 £ 181,978 (7,011) (7,011) (152,464) (4,990) (157,454) 17,513 100,566 118,079 |
2021 £ 86,390 (28,483) (28,483) (130,881) (12,367) (143,248) (85,341) 185,907 100,566 |
|---|---|---|
The notes on pages 17 to 38 form part of these financial statements
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
1. General information
The entity is unincorporated charity registered in England & Wales under registration number 1084586. The registered office of the charity which is also the principal place of business is:
5 Congreve Street Off Old Kent Road London SE17 1TJ
2. Accounting policies
2.1 Basis of preparation of financial statements
The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the second edition of the Charities Statement of Recommended Practice issued in October 2019, the Financial Reporting Standard applicable in the United Kingdom (FRS 102) and the Charities Act 2011.
Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) - Victory House meets the definition of a public benefit entity under FRS 102. Assets and liabilities are initially recognised at historical cost or transaction value unless otherwise stated in the relevant accounting policy.
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2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.2 Going concern
The trustees assess whether the use of going concern is appropriate, i.e. whether there are any material uncertainties that may cast doubt on the ability of the charity to continue as a going concern. The trustees make this assessment in respect of a period of one year from the date of approval of financial statements.
The financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which the trustees believe to be appropriate, though the trustees acknowledge there are material uncertainties which may cast significant doubt on the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. The key factors and uncertainties are as follows:
The charity primarily relies on donations for its income, which have seen a decrease in recent years due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to the closure of the church during the lockdown periods in 2020 and 2021. Despite these challenges, the charity has transitioned to offering online services and was able to achieve a surplus in 2021 and 2022.
At the end of the accounting period on 31 December 2022, the charity had current assets of £131k and current liabilities of £241k. The mortgage loan balance stood at £2.4 million, with monthly repayments being made as scheduled.
The charity's mortgage loan carries a variable interest rate, the rate is 1.75% plus floating rate. The Bank of England base rate has experienced a considerable escalation, surging from 0.1% in November 2021 to 5%. These increases present a significant additional financial burden on the charity, increasing the monthly mortgage repayment obligations.
The trustees recognise the significant impact that the increase in the base rate has on the charity's finances and its ability to service the mortgage. This uncertainty, combined with the reliance on donations, poses a risk to the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
The trustees are actively working on strategies to mitigate this risk, such as measures to increase donations, reduce costs, and explore options for renegotiating the loan terms or refinancing. They remain committed to ensuring the sustainability of the charity's operations.
Nevertheless, these uncertainties indicate the existence of a material uncertainty that may cast significant doubt on the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Therefore, the trustees believe it appropriate to disclose the situation in these financial statements.
The financial statements do not include any adjustments that would result from the outcome being different.
After making appropriate enquiries, the trustees have a reasonable expectation that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for at least 12 months from the date of approval of the financial statements. For this reason, the charity continues to adopt the going concern basis in preparing the financial statements.
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2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.3 Income
All income is recognised once the Charity has entitlement to the income, it is probable that the income will be received and the amount of income receivable can be measured reliably.
Grants are included in the Statement of Financial Activities on a receivable basis. The balance of income received for specific purposes but not expended during the period is shown in the relevant funds on the Balance Sheet. Where income is received in advance of entitlement of receipt, its recognition is deferred and included in creditors as deferred income. Where entitlement occurs before income is received, the income is accrued.
Gifts in kind donated for distribution are included at valuation and recognised as income when they are distributed to the projects. Gifts donated for resale are included as income when they are sold.
Where the donated good is a fixed asset, it is measured at fair value, unless it is impractical to measure this reliably, in which case the cost of the item to the donor should be used. The gain is recognised as income from donations and a corresponding amount is included in the appropriate fixed asset class and depreciated over the useful economic life in accordance with the Charity's accounting policies.
On receipt, donated professional services and facilities are recognised on the basis of the value of the gift to the Charity which is the amount it would have been willing to pay to obtain services or facilities of equivalent economic benefit on the open market; a corresponding amount is then recognised in expenditure in the period of receipt.
Income tax recoverable in relation to donations received under Gift Aid or deeds of covenant is recognised at the time of the donation.
Income tax recoverable in relation to investment income is recognised at the time the investment income is receivable.
Other income is recognised in the period in which it is receivable and to the extent the goods have been provided or on completion of the service.
2.4 Expenditure
Expenditure is recognised once there is a legal or constructive obligation to transfer economic benefit to a third party, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefits will be required in settlement and the amount of the obligation can be measured reliably. Expenditure is classified by activity. The costs of each activity are made up of the total of direct costs and shared costs, including support costs involved in undertaking each activity. Direct costs attributable to a single activity are allocated directly to that activity. Shared costs which contribute to more than one activity and support costs which are not attributable to a single activity are apportioned between those activities on a basis consistent with the use of resources. Central staff costs are allocated on the basis of time spent, and depreciation charges allocated on the portion of the asset’s use.
Expenditure on raising funds includes all expenditure incurred by the Charity to raise funds for its charitable purposes and includes costs of all fundraising activities events and non-charitable trading.
Expenditure on charitable activities is incurred on directly undertaking the activities which further the Charity's objectives, as well as any associated support costs.
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2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.4 Expenditure (continued)
All expenditure is inclusive of irrecoverable VAT.
2.5 Interest receivable
Interest on funds held on deposit is included when receivable and the amount can be measured reliably by the Charity; this is normally upon notification of the interest paid or payable by the institution with whom the funds are deposited.
2.6 Foreign currencies
Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into sterling at rates of exchange ruling at the reporting date.
Transactions in foreign currencies are translated into sterling at the rate ruling on the date of the transaction.
Exchange gains and losses are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities.
2.7 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation
Tangible fixed assets are initially recognised at cost. After recognition, under the revaluation model, tangible fixed assets whose fair value can be measured reliably shall be carried at a revalued amount, being their fair value at the date of revaluation less any subsequent accumulated depreciation and subsequent accumulated impairment losses.
Revaluations are made with sufficient regularity to ensure that the carrying amount does not differ materially from that which would be determined using fair value at the end of the reporting date.
Fair values are determined from market-based evidence by appraisal that is normally undertaken by professionally qualified valuers. If there is no market-based evidence of fair value because of the specialised nature of the tangible fixed asset and it is rarely sold, except as part of a contributing business, a Charity may need to estimate fair value using an income or depreciated replacement cost approach.
Gains and losses on revaluation are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities, with a separate revaluation reserve being shown in the Statement of funds note.
At each reporting date the Charity assesses whether there is any indication of impairment. If such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is determined to be the higher of its fair value less costs to sell and its value in use. An impairment loss is recognised where the carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.7 Tangible fixed assets and depreciation (continued)
Depreciation is charged so as to allocate the cost of tangible fixed assets less their residual value over their estimated useful lives, using the straight-line method.
Depreciation is provided on the following basis:
| Freehold property | - | 2% on cost |
|---|---|---|
| Church equipment | - | 20% on cost |
| Motor vehicles | - | 25% on cost |
| Fixtures and fittings | - | 20% on cost |
| Office equipment | - | 20% on cost |
The assets' residual values, useful lives and depreciation methods are reviewed, and adjusted prospectively if appropriate, or if there is an indication of a significant change since the last reporting date.
Gains and losses on disposals are determined by comparing the proceeds with the carrying amount and are recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities.
2.8 Debtors
Trade and other debtors are recognised at the settlement amount after any trade discount offered. Prepayments are valued at the amount prepaid net of any trade discounts due.
2.9 Cash at bank and in hand
Cash at bank and in hand includes cash and short-term highly liquid investments with a short maturity of three months or less from the date of acquisition or opening of the deposit or similar account.
2.10 Liabilities
Liabilities and provisions are recognised when there is an obligation at the Balance Sheet date as a result of a past event, it is probable that a transfer of economic benefit will be required in settlement, and the amount of the settlement can be estimated reliably.
Liabilities are recognised at the amount that the Charity anticipates it will pay to settle the debt or the amount it has received as advanced payments for the goods or services it must provide.
Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the amounts required to settle the obligation. Where the effect of the time value of money is material, the provision is based on the present value of those amounts, discounted at the pre-tax discount rate that reflects the risks specific to the liability. The unwinding of the discount is recognised in the Statement of Financial Activities as a finance cost.
2.11 Financial instruments
The Charity only has financial assets and financial liabilities of a kind that qualify as basic financial instruments. Basic financial instruments are initially recognised at transaction value and subsequently measured at their settlement value with the exception of bank loans which are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method.
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2. Accounting policies (continued)
2.12 Finance leases and hire purchase
Assets obtained under hire purchase contracts and finance leases are capitalised as tangible fixed assets. Assets acquired by finance lease are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives. Assets acquired by hire purchase are depreciated over their useful lives. Finance leases are those where substantially all of the benefits and risks of ownership are assumed by the Charity. Obligations under such agreements are included in creditors, net of the finance charge allocated to future periods. The finance element of the rental payment is charged to the Statement of Financial Activities so as to produce a constant periodic rate of charge on the net obligation outstanding in each period.
2.13 Operating leases
Rentals paid under operating leases are charged to the Statement of Financial Activities on a straight line basis over the lease term.
2.14 Pensions
The Charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme and the pension charge represents the amounts payable by the Charity to the fund in respect of the year.
2.15 Fund accounting
General funds are unrestricted funds which are available for use at the discretion of the Trustees in furtherance of the general objectives of the Charity and which have not been designated for other purposes.
Restricted funds are funds which are to be used in accordance with specific restrictions imposed by donors or which have been raised by the Charity for particular purposes. The costs of raising and administering such funds are charged against the specific fund. The aim and use of each restricted fund is set out in the notes to the financial statements.
Investment income, gains and losses are allocated to the appropriate fund.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
3. Critical accounting estimates and areas of judgment
Estimates and judgments are continually evaluated and are based on historical experience and other factors, including expectations of future events that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances.
Critical accounting estimates and assumptions:
The Charity makes estimates and assumptions concerning the future. The resulting accounting estimates and assumptions will, by definition, seldom equal the related actual results. The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year are discussed below.
Critical areas of judgment:
Useful economic lives of tangible assets
The annual depreciation charge for tangible assets is sensitive to changes in the estimated useful economic lives and residual values of the assets. The useful economic lives and residual values are re assessed annually. They are amended when necessary to reflect current estimates, based on technological advancement, future investments, economic utilisation and physical condition of the assets.
4. Income from donations and legacies
| Donations Tithes and offerings Thanksgiving Other donations Gift aid Subtotal detailed disclosure Similar incoming resources Subtotal |
Restricted funds 2022 Unrestricted funds 2022 £ £ - 642,641 - 39,439 45,491 213,061 - 54,334 45,491 949,475 - 7,363 - 7,363 45,491 956,838 |
Total funds 2022 £ 642,641 39,439 258,552 54,334 |
|---|---|---|
| 994,966 | ||
| 7,363 | ||
| 7,363 | ||
| 1,002,329 |
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4. Income from donations and legacies (continued)
| Donations Tithes and offerings Thanksgiving Other donations EU Mission donations Gift aid Subtotal detailed disclosure Government grants Subtotal |
Restricted funds 2021 £ - - 28,223 - - 28,223 - - 28,223 |
Unrestricted funds 2021 £ 580,268 21,791 75,657 - 73,603 751,319 89,260 89,260 840,579 |
Total funds 2021 £ 580,268 21,791 103,880 - 73,603 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 779,542 | |||
| 89,260 | |||
| 89,260 | |||
| 868,802 |
5. Investment income
| Unrestricted funds 2022 £ Investment income 51 Unrestricted funds 2021 £ Investment income 14 |
Total funds 2022 £ 51 |
|---|---|
| Total funds 2021 £ 14 |
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6. Other incoming resources
Total funds 2022 £
| Unrestricted | Total | |
|---|---|---|
| funds | funds | |
| 2021 | 2021 | |
| £ | £ | |
| Letting and trading income | 6,257 | 6,257 |
7. Expenditure on raising funds
Costs of raising voluntary income
| Unrestricted funds 2022 £ World Evangelical Mission (WEM) levies 12,000 Donations to missions, churches and parishes 1,200 Central office charges 3,600 16,800 |
Total funds 2022 £ 12,000 1,200 3,600 |
|---|---|
| 16,800 |
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7. Expenditure on raising funds (continued)
Costs of raising voluntary income (continued)
| World Evangelical Mission (WEM) levies Donations to missions, churches and parishes Central office charges Costs of raising voluntary income |
Unrestricted funds 2021 £ 11,025 1,530 6,900 4,100 23,555 |
Total funds 2021 £ 11,025 1,530 6,900 4,100 |
|---|---|---|
| 23,555 |
8. Analysis of expenditure on charitable activities
Summary by fund type
| Charitable activities Direct costs - EU & overseas missions Direct costs - Charitable activities Direct costs - EU & overseas missions |
Restricted funds 2022 Unrestricted funds 2022 £ £ 50,616 847,452 - 23,196 50,616 870,648 Restricted funds 2021 Unrestricted funds 2021 £ £ 35,211 766,967 - 17,000 35,211 783,967 |
Total 2022 £ 898,068 23,196 |
|---|---|---|
| 921,264 | ||
| Total 2021 £ 802,178 17,000 |
||
| 819,178 |
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9. Analysis of expenditure by activities
| Charitable activities Direct costs - EU & overseas missions Total 2022 Charitable activities Direct costs - EU & overseas missions |
Activities undertaken directly 2022 £ 127,212 23,196 150,408 Activities undertaken directly 2021 £ 92,254 17,000 109,254 |
Charitable activity support costs 2022 £ 770,856 - 770,856 Support costs 2021 £ 709,924 - 709,924 |
Total funds 2022 £ 898,068 23,196 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 921,264 | |||
| Total funds 2021 £ 802,178 17,000 |
|||
| 819,178 |
Analysis of direct costs
| Honorarium Christian working outside the Parish Conferences, events & travel Guest ministers' expenses Youth church Outreach activities |
Charitable activities - Church 2022 £ 43,907 20,984 1,032 42,528 1,598 17,163 127,212 |
EU & overseas missions 2022 £ - - 23,196 - - - 23,196 |
Total funds 2022 £ 43,907 20,984 24,228 42,528 1,598 17,163 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150,408 |
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9. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)
Analysis of direct costs (continued)
| Honorarium Christian working outside the Parish Conferences, events & travel Guest ministers' expenses Youth church Outreach activities |
Charitable activities - Church 2021 £ 48,826 7,351 600 8,389 8,264 18,824 92,254 |
EU & overseas missions 2021 £ - - 17,000 - - - 17,000 |
Total funds 2021 £ 48,826 7,351 17,600 8,389 8,264 18,824 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109,254 |
Analysis of support costs
| Staff costs Church expenditure Depreciation Interest and bank charges Governance costs |
Charitable activities 2022 £ 271,970 313,306 77,742 82,944 24,894 770,856 |
Total funds 2022 £ 271,970 313,306 77,742 82,944 24,894 |
|---|---|---|
| 770,856 |
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9. Analysis of expenditure by activities (continued)
Analysis of support costs (continued)
| Staff costs Church expenditure Depreciation Interest and bank charges Governance costs |
Charitable activities 2021 £ 270,050 277,650 72,536 57,439 32,249 709,924 |
Total funds 2021 £ 270,050 277,650 72,536 57,439 32,249 |
|---|---|---|
| 709,924 |
10. Auditors' remuneration
| 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Fees payable to the Charity's auditor for the audit of the Charity's annual | ||
| accounts | 4,700 | 4,500 |
| Fees payable to the Charity's auditor in respect of: | ||
| All non-audit services not included above | 1,300 | 1,250 |
11. Staff costs
| Wages and salaries Social security costs Contribution to defined contribution pension schemes |
2022 £ 249,585 25,098 7,862 282,545 |
2021 £ 247,455 22,415 7,661 |
|---|---|---|
| 277,531 |
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11. Staff costs (continued)
The average number of persons employed by the Charity during the year was as follows:
| 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| No. | No. | |
| Administration and management | 8 | 9 |
The number of employees whose employee benefits (excluding employer pension costs) exceeded £60,000 was:
| 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| No. | No. | |
| In the band £90,001 - £100,000 | - | 1 |
| In the band £100,001 - £110,000 | 1 | - |
The Charity considers its key management personnel comprise the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The total employment benefits including employer pension contributions of the key management personnel were £95,584 (2021: £88,026). In addition, the Charity paid lease rentals of £10,575 (2021: £7,481) for CEO's car.
12. Trustees' remuneration and expenses
During the year, no Trustees received any remuneration or other benefits (2021 - £NIL) .
During the year ended 31 December 2022, no Trustee expenses have been incurred (2021 - £NIL) .
13. Tangible fixed assets
| Cost or valuation At 1 January 2022 Additions At 31 December 2022 Depreciation At 1 January 2022 Charge for the year At 31 December 2022 |
Freehold property £ 4,919,057 - 4,919,057 1,066,982 36,981 1,103,963 |
Church equipment £ 368,641 7,011 375,652 335,611 10,478 346,089 |
Motor vehicles £ 46,966 - 46,966 38,217 4,375 42,592 |
Fixtures and fittings £ 271,833 - 271,833 245,757 25,908 271,665 |
Total £ 5,606,497 7,011 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5,613,508 | |||||
| 1,686,567 77,742 |
|||||
| 1,764,309 |
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13. Tangible fixed assets (continued)
| Net book value At 31 December 2022 At 31 December 2021 |
Freehold property £ 3,815,094 3,852,075 |
Church equipment £ 29,563 33,030 |
Motor vehicles £ 4,374 8,749 |
Fixtures and fittings £ 168 26,076 |
Total £ 3,849,199 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3,919,930 |
Included in land and buildings is freehold land at cost of £3.07m (2021 - £3.07m) which is not depreciated.
The property has been valued by Strettons, in August 2017 who have valued the freehold property at £4m.
The valuation was carried out by an independent, RICS registered valuer. The valuation is carried out in accordance with Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) valuation - Professional Standards, incorporating the IVSC International Valuation Standards, Global and UK edition (January 2014) (The Red Book).
The Charity has adopted a policy of revaluation for tangible fixed assets. Had these assets been measured at historic cost, the carrying values would have been as follows:
| Freehold property Church equipment Motor vehicles Fixtures and fittings |
2022 £ 4,063,280 29,562 4,375 167 4,097,384 |
2021 £ 4,100,261 41,820 8,750 12,541 |
|---|---|---|
| 4,163,372 |
The charity has a mortgage which is secured against the charity's freehold property. The carrying value of the freehold property is disclosed in the above note.
The net book value of assets held under finance leases or hire purchase contracts, included above, are as follows:
Motor vehicles £4k (2021: £9k) Office equipment £6k (2021: £13k)
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14. Debtors
| Due within one year Other debtors |
2022 £ 13,235 13,235 |
2021 £ 42,962 |
|---|---|---|
| 42,962 |
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15. Creditors: Amounts falling due within one year
| Bank overdrafts Bank loans Trade creditors Other taxation and social security Obligations under finance lease and hire purchase contracts Other creditors Accruals and deferred income |
2022 £ 10,182 182,062 1,916 12,381 4,691 993 28,496 240,721 |
2021 £ - 151,642 5,772 5,569 4,990 6,634 15,618 |
|---|---|---|
| 190,225 |
16. Creditors: Amounts falling due after more than one year
| Bank loans Net obligations under finance lease and hire purchase contracts |
2022 £ 2,259,793 2,953 2,262,746 |
2021 £ 2,452,853 7,644 |
|---|---|---|
| 2,460,497 |
The bank loan is secured on charity's properties. As per original terms the loan was repayable in 228 installments (principal and interest) of £29,044 each. Interest is charged at a rate equal to aggregate of bank margin (1.75%) and base rate.
The charity has agreed new terms with its bank in January 2020, this has resulted in reduction of monthly installment to £18,940. Under the revised terms, the loan will be paid in 111 installments of £18,940 each (Increased to £22,052 as at 31 December 2022 due to change in interest rates) and remaining balance will be paid in a lump sum at the end of loan term of 10 years from January 2020. The above instalments will change in line with increase in interest rates.
17. Financial instruments
| 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|
| £ | £ | |
| Financial assets | ||
| Financial assets measured at fair value through income and expenditure | 118,079 | 100,560 |
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18. Provisions
| At 1 January 2022 | Provision £ 6,953 |
|---|---|
| 6,953 |
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19. Statement of funds
Statement of funds - current year
| Unrestricted funds General Funds - all funds Restricted funds Restricted Funds - all funds Total of funds Summary of funds Summary of funds - current year General funds Restricted funds |
Balance at 1 January 2022 £ 1,122,536 283,241 1,405,777 Balance at 1 January 2022 £ 1,122,536 283,241 1,405,777 |
Income £ 956,889 45,491 1,002,380 Income £ 956,889 45,491 1,002,380 |
Expenditure £ (887,448) (50,616) (938,064) Expenditure £ (887,448) (50,616) (938,064) |
Balance at 31 December 2022 £ 1,191,977 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 278,116 | ||||
| 1,470,093 | ||||
| Balance at 31 December 2022 £ 1,191,977 278,116 |
||||
| 1,470,093 |
20. Summary of funds
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21. Analysis of net assets between funds
Analysis of net assets between funds - current year
| Tangible fixed assets Current assets Creditors due within one year Creditors due in more than one year Provisions for liabilities and charges Total |
Restricted funds 2022 Unrestricted funds 2022 £ £ 244,169 3,605,030 33,947 97,367 - (240,721) - (2,262,746) - (6,953) 278,116 1,191,977 |
Total funds 2022 £ 3,849,199 131,314 (240,721) (2,262,746) (6,953) 1,470,093 |
|---|---|---|
Analysis of net assets between funds - prior year
| Tangible fixed assets Current assets Creditors due within one year Creditors due in more than one year Provisions for liabilities and charges Total |
Restricted funds 2021 £ 207,996 75,245 - - - 283,241 |
Unrestricted funds 2021 £ 3,711,934 68,277 (190,225) (2,460,497) (6,953) 1,122,536 |
Total funds 2021 £ 3,919,930 143,522 (190,225) (2,460,497) (6,953) 1,405,777 |
|---|---|---|---|
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22. Reconciliation of net movement in funds to net cash flow from operating activities
| Net income for the year (as per Statement of Financial Activities) Adjustments for: Depreciation charges Decrease/(increase) in debtors Increase/(decrease) in creditors Net cash provided by operating activities |
2022 £ 64,316 77,742 29,727 10,193 181,978 |
2021 £ 32,340 |
|---|---|---|
| 72,536 (848) (17,638) |
||
| 86,390 |
| 23. Analysis of cash and cash equivalents Cash in hand Total cash and cash equivalents 24. Analysis of changes in net debt |
2022 £ 118,079 118,079 |
2021 £ 100,566 |
|---|---|---|
| 100,566 | ||
| Cash at bank and in hand Bank overdrafts repayable on demand Debt due within 1 year Debt due after 1 year Finance leases |
At 1 January 2022 £ 100,560 - (151,642) (2,452,853) (12,634) (2,516,569) |
Cash flows £ 17,519 (10,182) (30,420) 193,060 4,990 174,967 |
At 31 December 2022 £ 118,079 (10,182) (182,062) (2,259,793) (7,644) |
|---|---|---|---|
| (2,341,602) |
25. Pension commitments
The charity operates a defined contribution pension scheme. The assets of the scheme are held separately from those of the charity in an independently administered fund. The pension cost charge represents contributions payable by the charity to the fund and amounted to £7,862 (2021: £7,661). Total
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REDEEMED CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF GOD (RCCG) - VICTORY HOUSE
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE YEAR ENDED 31 DECEMBER 2022
25. Pension commitments (continued)
contributions of £442 (2021: £476) were payable to the fund at the balance sheet date and are included in creditors.
26. Related party transactions
Victory House Children Centre
The church has provided a moratorium rent free space to Victory House Children's Centre, an evangelism arm of the church, until the end of this financial year.
During the year, the charity paid salaries totalling £70,416 (2021: £55,398) to employees related to senior pastor.
27. Restricted fund
Restricted fund relates to following:
a) Building fund & Trinity Partners - donations received to help charity maintain its buildings and pay mortgage.
b) Food bank.
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